2015-2016 Catalog 
    
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Completion Guide

Computer Information Systems Programming Option, A.A.S.



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Program Code: CO260

The Computer Information Systems - Programming Option A.A.S. is available to students completely online. For further information, please refer to www.jjc.edu/info/cios. Additionally, students can contact H. Low at (815) 280-2441 or R. Raghuraman at (815) 280-2334.

 

A computer programming degree generally involves studying a variety of programming languages. It allows students to work in a diverse industry within the information technology environments. Computer programmers are in high demand in today’s technologically advancing industries, and students enrolling in this major will receive formal, hands-on computer programming training that is necessary for today’s growing market. This major allows students to explore a variety of computer programming including Java, C++, or Visual Basic., and students may choose to specialize in specific language by selecting appropriate sequences. The most marketable areas include C++, Java, and object oriented programming. Students willing to continue their education for a bachelor’s degree can do so by transferring this degree to a four-year institution.

The most common career tracks for qualified students include: computer software engineer, computer system analyst, computer operator, applications programmer, systems programmer, computer instructor, and software administrator. 

For further information (including salary projections) from the U.S. Department of Labor, go to:  www.bls.gov/oco/ocos303.htm 

General Education Requirements: 18 Semester Hours


 Select 18 credit hours of courses from the following groups:

Group I: Communications  - Must take either ENG 101 or ENG 130. Minimum of 3 credit hours in this category

Group II: Social and Behavioral Sciences  - Minimum of 3 credit hours required in this category

Group III: Humanities and Fine Arts  - No specific minimum credit hours required.  This category is optional for AAS degrees.

Group IV: Math/Sciences  - Minimum of 3 credit hours required in this category

Group V: Career Enhancement  - No specific minimum credit hours required.  This category is optional for AAS degrees.

Department Electives: 4 Semester Hours


Take any course from CIOS, BUSINESS, or TECHNICAL departments

Total Required Hours: 64 Semester Hours


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